Artful : The Poets Incubator Session
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCThis month the feature poet spot will be shared by three island poets. The evening will be hosted by Natalie Nickerson and an open mic will follow the feature poets. Elisha Almeida's poetry is inspired by being with the river, trees, soil, and plant kin. She writes about heart and ancestral re-connection. She attempts to […]
Live Lecture: Raincoast Chronicles: Fifth Five
the Courtenay and District Museum 207 4th St, Courtenay, BC, COURTENAY, BC, CanadaJoin writer, editor and publisher Howard White for an in-person talk based on the recently released “Raincoast Chronicles: Fifth Five” 7pm, Tuesday, November 5th at the Courtenay and District Museum. Brimming with stories and images, this fascinating collection celebrates Harbour Publishing’s fifty-year commitment to recording the unique ways of life that have sprung from the […]
The Great Canadian Craft Fair
Florence Filberg Centre 411 Anderton Avenue, Courtenay, BCImmerse yourself in a uniquely Canadian craft fair experience, where maple leaves, cozy plaid patterns, and rustic charm come together to celebrate the rich heritage and creativity of Canada. From handcrafted artisanal goods inspired by the Great Outdoors, our event showcases the best of Canadian craftsmanship. Join us for a one-of-a-kind celebration of all things […]
(Closing Nov 9th) Triple Vision: Three Artists, Mediums, and Visions of the McLoughlin Gardens
Pearl Ellis Gallery 1729 Comox Ave, Comox, BC, CanadaPearl Ellis Gallery proudly presents Triple Vision: Three Artists, Mediums, and Visions of the McLoughlin Gardens. In July 2022, three artists participated in a week-long residency at the McLoughlin Gardens, a stunning ocean-side retreat located just north of the Comox Valley. Using glass, fiber art, and photography, they captured their unique interpretations of the forest, […]
Curated Comox Valley Winter Market
Native Sons Hall 360 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay, BC, CanadaHandcrafted artisan market featuring 40+ vendors from Vancouver Island
Giftables: A Holiday Pop-Up
Pearl Ellis Gallery 1729 Comox Ave, Comox, BC, CanadaPearl Ellis Gallery Presents: Giftables: A Holiday Pop-Up For the first time, Pearl Ellis Gallery is thrilled to introduce Giftables: A Holiday Pop-Up, running from November 12th to November 23rd, […]
Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts
Drop-In on 2nd Thursdays (Mar 14, Apr 11, May 9, Jun 13, Jul 11, Aug 8, Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14 ) from 6 – 7:30pm at the Courtenay Library Multipurpose Room. Bring your fibre crafts (knitting, crochet, spinning, etc.) and spend time with community members at the CV Community Fibre Crafts evenings at […]
YQQ + CVA Art Show Opening Event
Comox Airport (YQQ) 1250 Knight Road, Comox, BC V9M4H2You are cordially invited to the grand opening event of the 2024-25 YQQ + CVA Arts & Culture Program show: Regeneration! The opening will be held at the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) on Thursday 14th November from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Join us as we gather to celebrate the artists and take in their amazing work curated […]
Art Studio Clearance Sale
Lion's Den 1729 rear, Comox Ave, Comox, BC, CanadaEight local artists will be offering original works of art at greatly reduced prices, up to 70% off. And 10% of sales will be donated to the Comox Valley Food Bank. This sale runs Nov. 16-17 from 10-4. It is in the Lion's Den, downstairs from the Pearl Ellis Gallery (entrance off of Nordin Street). […]
Elasmosaur’s Birthday at the Courtenay & District Museum
the Courtenay and District Museum 207 4th St, Courtenay, BC, COURTENAY, BC, CanadaCourtenay’s Puntledge River elasmosaur, now BC’s provincial fossil emblem, is turning 80,000,036 this November! You’re invited to the party on Saturday, November 16th from 11:00 am - 2:00. While you’re here celebrating, check out the Dinosaurs of BC exhibit from the Royal BC Museum, now on display! There will be a complimentary cake, and Amy […]
Comox Valley Singer Songwriters Circle
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCThe circles are a place for both new and experienced songwriters to come share new songs they are working on, or to dust off some old ones that may need some practice. We take turns going around the circle sharing one song at a time, and each artist can decide if they want others to […]
Capt. Jeff
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCJeff Hartbower is a long time Comox Valley resident and he has been a central figure in the arts community here over the past 25 years. Jeff is most famously […]